TerraViva launches the Punta Bianca competition, challenging architects to reimagine a ruin located on the Sicilian coast of Agrigento. With Agrigento's recent designation as the Italian Capital of Culture 2025, this competition seeks to restore the historic Customs House in Punta Bianca.

The main goal is to revitalize this unique abandoned building into a vibrant, modern space that welcomes curious visitors. While doing that, participants must carefully consider the natural context surrounding the Customs House. "The project emphasizes the need for careful consideration of the delicate natural context in which the restoration proposal will be set, ensuring the intrinsic value of this pristine landscape is preserved."

As usual, Toffu users receive a 20% discount with code: TOFFUXPTB. Additionally, registrants will get the Punta Bianca Competition Kit for free!

We look forward to seeing your creative and innovative solutions! For more information, check here.

Key Dates

• Early Registration: 21.01.2025 – 28.03.2025, 3:00 pm CET
• Standard Registration: 28.03.2025 – 23.05.2025, 3:00 pm CET
• Late Registration: 23.05.2025 – 20.06.2025, 3:00 pm CET
• Submission Deadline: 20.06.2025, 3:00 pm CET
• Winners Announcement: July 21, 2025

Prizes

• 1st Prize: €4,000
• 2nd Prize: €2,000
• 3rd Prize: €1,000
• 2 Golden Mentions: €500 each

Submission Requirements

• Two A1 panels (594 x 841 mm, horizontal format, JPG file, in English)
• A brief text describing the design proposal (A4 vertical format, DOCX/DOC file, 250–500 words, in English)